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DE03 VBF

2003 Honda VFR800

Red Petrol 782cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,668 mi
Last recorded13,668 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR80020,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 VBF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR800
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine782cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 13,668 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 13,596 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively just drags a little (1.2.1 (f))

rear tyre has some deep cuts but unable to see any ply

Pass 31 May 2023 13,194 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 13,194 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged badly perished (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 12,836 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 12,572 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 11,266 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 11,159 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 16 Aug 2014 11,128 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 10,309 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 9,428 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 8,060 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 6,670 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 5,506 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,971 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 2,680 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 15 May 2006 1,301 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR800?

Based on 72,376 MOT tests across 5,205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
5,205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,029
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 447
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 441
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 280
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 243
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DE03 VBF is a 2003 Honda VFR800 in Red with a 782cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,553 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,029 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE03 VBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VFR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE03 VBF registered?

DE03 VBF is a 2003 Honda VFR800, first registered on 10 May 2003.

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